Among the Poppies

By: J'nell Ciesielski

Narrated by: Gwyn Olson

Length: 8 hrs and 59 mins

Publisher's summary

The ideal lady wears lace, speaks quietly, and never - under any circumstances - fixes an automobile. But Gwyn Ruthers has never cared two snaps about being the ideal lady. With the war to end all wars exploding across the English Channel, she leaves behind her restrictive life as a chauffer's daughter to serve in an all-female ambulance unit in France. She's not about to let her social status or gender prevent her from serving her country. Not even a handsome captain can distract her from her mission. Most of the time.

Captain William Crawford wouldn't wish the ravages of war on any man, much less the captivating woman who insists on driving into battle instead of staying safely at home. He can't deny that the troops need more medical help but not when it puts innocent women in danger. How can he lead his men against the Jerries while worrying about Gwyn's safety?

Bound together by circumstances, Gwyn and William can't stop the love growing between them. Can their relationship survive, or will it become another casualty of war?

©2018 J'nell Ciesielski (P)2019 Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas

A very good narrator

The story was very predictable, but t narrator was great. She did voices very well. The tale had interesting bits of history slogged down by repetitive detail, although tossing in Walt Disney was cute.

Wednesday August 11, 2021

Ya gotta love a happy ending...but it's not always what you think it will be :)

It was good but...

I loved the story line and this book made me want to look for more like it but I could do without the Christian drivel thrown in, It's unnecessary and takes away from an otherwise 5 star book.

A must read!

Historical love story of the greatest! The content, the presentation- all were excellent. This story will grip your heart in many ways.

Loved the story

The story was lovely and held my interest. The narrator was fine for the most part but some of the character voices were annoying.

Romance during War

Sweet story, romance. Great narration, brings story to life. I enjoyed faint undertone of having faith to guide your life’s journey. (Not preachy at all). Sweet ending.

Terrific WWI love story

Very entertaining as an audio book. Gwen a headstrong, adventure seeking young lady has grown up driving cars and working in her father's garage. She puts her talents to good use as a ambulance driver and nurse and her path crosses that of Captain William Crawford a stubborn and honorable English army officer. They fall in love despite much denial. One of the most memorable parts of the story are when they escape from the Germans who have taken them as prisoners of war.
They both grow from their experiences and have to overcome psychologically devastating events, but in the end their love is strengthened by adversity.

WWI Story of Devotion, Determination, and Dreams

I have found myself drawn to historical fiction especially WWI and WWII era stories and this story didn’t disappoint. I really liked all of the characters and the grit of the main character, Gwen. The narrator did a beautiful job telling the story, Gwen’s voice, and most of the other female voices, but the male voices were terrible. I found Captain Chamberlain’s voice especially annoying and unrealistic.
Despite the annoying male voices, the story is was very enjoyable.

Didn’t care for the narrator at first but the story is good.

I didn’t think I would finish this audible book, not liking the narrator, initially. However, the story was interesting and continued to hold my interest. I kind of forgot about the narration once the story and characters developed.

Loved this book!

A terrific novel about a brave woman driver in WWI, bringing a history to us that is not a common subject. Narration was exceptionally good! Thanks!